1988 Honda Magna

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HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF HONDA HISTORY WITH THIS HARD TO FIND 1988 HONDA SUPER MAGNA * BIKE IS IN GOOD CONDITION AND SEEMS TO RUN GOOD * HAS LOTS OF POTENTIAL * PLEASE CONTACT ME WITH QUESTIONS The V-Four engine was very prominent in Honda's early 80's line-up, with the Interceptor's, Magna's and Sabre's. The V-Four design had only been used a few times in the history of Motorcycles, most noteably by Matchless. The concept probably came about as a loose derivation from the NR500 oval pistoned V-Four racer. The V45 engine was remarkably narrow, being only 16 inches wide, and had perfect primary balance, making for a smooth engine. In 1984, Honda sleeved down the engine in response to tariff rate hikes for 750's, and the Magna became the VF700C. In 1988 it grew back to 750cc. Various mechanical and cosmetic changes were introduced over the years, but the basic core of the Magna remained the same. In 1987, the 700 engine produced 80bhp@9500rpm, with torque of 46ft/lb's@7500rpm. Wet weight was 529lb's. Engine: dohc 4-valve 90-degree V-four Displacement: 700cc Transmission: 6-speed Seat height: 27.8 in. Final Drive: Shaft Cooling: Liquid Brakes: Single Disc-Front, Drum-Back In 1987 the Super Magna came in red or blue - about 16,000 total were built In 1988 the Super Magna came in red or black - about 3500 total were built